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The OC Fair Express kicks off July 11 from eight locations

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Orange County, Orange County Fair, Santa Ana, Transportation Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 8, 2014

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Joel Zlotnik, (714) 560-5713; Eric Carpenter, (714) 560-5697

OC Fair Express Kicks off July 11 From Eight Locations

New mobile app allows riders to buy tickets in advance, $2 each way and $3 fair admission

ORANGE – The Orange County Transportation Authority is bringing back the OC Fair Express bus service with locations across the county for just $2 each way, allowing riders to save time and money.

The OC Fair Express will provide non-stop weekend bus service from eight locations to the OC Fair from July 11 to Aug. 10. Buses will run hourly between noon and midnight on Fridays and 9:30 a.m. and midnight on Saturdays and Sundays. Continue reading→

Summer officially starts at the 2014 OC Fair this Friday

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Fashion, Food, music, Orange County Fair, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Summer Officially Starts at the 2014 OC Fair This Friday

OC Fair Offers 23 Days of Fun, Food & All Things Fair

Costa Mesa, Calif. (July 7, 2014) – The 2014 OC Fair starts Friday (July 11) and will run until Sunday, August 10 (Wednesday-Sunday) with food, carnival rides, exhibits and activities for all. Visit ocfair.com for the full list of events.

During the first hour of the 2014 Fair, Fairgoers can take advantage of free admission and parking during Free Opening Hour (Friday, July 11, Noon-1 p.m.) The Fair is open July 11 from Noon-Midnight and features the following promotions opening day and each Friday: Continue reading→

The 2014 OC Fair offers Summer of Savings from July 11through August 10

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Family, Food, music, Orange County Fair Leave a comment

2014 OC Fair Offers Summer of Savings July 11-August 10

Costa Mesa, Calif. (July 2, 2014) – Summer Starts Here at the 2014 OC Fair from July 11-August 10, offering Fairgoers discounts and deals for a summer of fun that’s wallet-friendly.

Savings at the Gates

Costa Mesa, Calif. (July 2, 2014) – Summer Starts Here at the 2014 OC Fair from July 11-August 10, offering Fairgoers discounts and deals for a summer of fun that’s wallet-friendly.

Savings at the Gates: Continue reading→

Free youth baseball clinic with Bobby Grich set for 7/12 in Costa Mesa

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Baseball, Charities, Costa Mesa, Entertainment, Santa Ana, Sports, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Free Youth Baseball Clinic Costa Mesa July 12 with Ex-Big Leaguers Grich, Bailey, Rettenmund

COSTA MESA – The Hanover Insurance Group Inc. is partnering with Wood Gutmann & Bogart Insurance Brokers and The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA) to host a free “Legends for Youth” baseball clinic on Saturday, July 12, 2014, from 9 a.m. to noon at Vanguard University Baseball Field in Costa Mesa.

Former All-Stars, including Bobby Grich, Jerry Spradlin, Bob Bailey, Merv Rettenmund and Mike Gallo, will serve as instructors at the clinic. Approximately 250 children, ages 6-16, are expected to attend. Continue reading→

See what’s cooking at the 2014 OC Fair!

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Food, Orange County Fair Leave a comment

Cherry Pop Rocks Donut from Texas Donuts

See What’s Cooking at the 2014 OC Fair

Featuring 23 Days of Iconic Fair food, Celebrity Chefs, Craft Beer & Culinary Competitions and Exhibits

Costa Mesa, Calif. (June 19, 2014) – The 2014 OC Fair is cooking up a delicious summer for Fairgoers. From July 11 to August 10, 2014, the OC Fair is serving summer fun, along with culinary events and new Fair food that are definitely worth the trip. See what’s cooking at this year’s Fair:

Chicken Charlie is introducing the new-for-2014 Deep-Fried Doritos and Deep-Fried Chicken Skin in addition to his classic favorite fried treats of Oreos, cookie dough and Twinkies.
Bacon A-Fair is introducing Bacon-Wrapped Jack Daniels, a unique churro concoction with a little whiskey kick at the end (non-alcoholic of course). Also, a deep-fried bacon-wrapped turkey leg!

Continue reading→

The 2014 OC Fair invites you to a Community Open House on June 25

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Orange County Fair Leave a comment

The OC Fair Invites You to a Community Open House June 25

WHAT: Community Open House

WHEN: Wednesday, June 25, 2014 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: OC Fair & Event Center, Administration Building located inside Gate 4 off Arlington Drive near Fairview Road Continue reading→

2014 OC Fair Summer Concert schedule announced

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, music, Orange County Fair Leave a comment

Full Concert Schedule for the Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the 2014 OC Fair Announced

Featuring 23 nights of performances by The Go-Go’s, Bad Religion, Little Big Town,
Deep Purple, Rebelution and more

Costa Mesa, Calif. (June 2014) – The Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the 2014 OC Fair will feature 23 nights of concerts performed by world renowned artists and musicians. Ranging from the unique genres of reggae, pop, classic rock and country, it is a one-of-a-kind concert series that will get you into the summer groove. The series opens with The Offspring / Adolescents on July 11 and will continue through August 10. Pacific Amphitheatre concert tickets are affordable with prices starting at $15 and, as always, include free OC Fair admission.

Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the 2014 OC Fair: Continue reading→

Get to the OC Fair via the OC Fair Express for $2 starting on July 11

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, OCTA, Orange County Fair, Santa Ana, Transportation Leave a comment

The Orange County Fair is on July 11, 2014 through August 10, 2014 and the best way to get there is on the OC Fair Express! The OC Fair Express provides direct bus service to and from the fair from eight convenient locations for just $2.00 each way, or just swipe your valid OCTA bus pass. You can catch the OC Fair Express any Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the fair starting July 11, 2014.

All OC Fair Express customers also receive a coupon good for $3 Fair Admission—that’s up to $9 off. So skip traffic and save on parking and admission with the OC Fair Express!

Make your life easy, ride the OC Fair Express, and purchase your passes through our new mobile app. Our new mobile app will also show you all the OC Fair Express routes, where to catch the OC Fair Express and all the schedules. It’s free and you can download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play beginning July 1! Continue reading→

Parolee sentenced for stealing over $280K from a widow

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Crime, OCDA Leave a comment

Orange County District Attorney Press Release

For Immediate Release, Case # 11HF0928: May 5, 2014

PAROLEE SENTENCED TO SEVEN YEARS AND FOUR MONTHS IN PRISON FOR STEALING OVER $280,000 FROM BLIND, DEAF 98-YEAR-OLD WIDOW SUFFERING FROM DEMENTIA TO BUY TIFFANY’S RING AND SEX SWING

SANTA ANA – A parolee from Vermont was convicted and sentenced today to seven years and four months in state prison for stealing over $280,000 from a 98-year-old widow. John Thomas Windsor, 44, Costa Mesa, pleaded guilty to one felony count each of first degree residential burglary, caretaker theft from an elder, fraudulently using an access card, and three felony counts of forgery with sentencing enhancements and allegations causing over $100,000 in loss, aggravated white collar crime over $100,000, and property loss over $200,000. Windsor was also ordered to pay $296,000 in restitution and fined over $592,000. Continue reading→

2014 OC Fair Superpass discount ends on May 31

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Family, Food, music, Orange County Leave a comment

2014 OC Fair Offers Deals on Admission, Food & Rides

Super Pass Discount Ends May 31. Buy Online ocfair.com/superpass

Costa Mesa, Calif. (May 2, 2014) – “Summer Starts Here” at the 2014 OC Fair from July 11-August 10, offering Fairgoers impressive discounts and deals during the Fair.

The most affordable option for Fairgoers is the OC Fair Super Pass, which grants passholders 23-day access to the 2014 Fair, express entry at all gates, a free 2014 OC Fair souvenir pin, a carnival value book and 2-for-1 tickets for select events at the Pacific Amphitheatre, The Hangar and Action Sports Arena. The 2014 Super Pass is available at a discount through May 31: General $30, Senior (60+) $23 and Youth (6-12) $23. The 2014 Super Pass can be purchased online at ocfair.com/superpass (only through July 4) or from the on-site Box Office or any ticket booth during the OC Fair.

Once the Fair starts July 11, Fairgoers still have many ways to save. Free Opening Hour offers complimentary admission and parking for everyone during the first hour of the opening day of the 2014 OC Fair on Friday, July 11, Noon-1 p.m. Continue reading→

ACLU to speak about homelessnesss in the OC on 3/18 in Costa Mesa

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Churches and Religion, Costa Mesa, homeless, Santa Ana 1 Comment

In Orange County, thousands of persons experience homelessness in a given year. Many remain homeless because they cannot access affordable housing, permanent supportive housing, medical care or benefits. Due to the lack of year-round emergency shelter, many homeless individuals are forced to live in public spaces and face criminal penalties for engaging in necessary activities – like sleeping in public – that are a direct result of their homeless status.

Join Heather Johnson, ACLU SoCal staff attorney on the Dignity for All Project, and community members for an important discussion on homelessness in Orange County and learn what you can do to help. Continue reading→

El Centro Cultural de Mexico to host a Day Laborer Victory Party on Feb. 22

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Entertainment, immigration, Labor, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The victory of day laborers in Costa Mesa will be honored at El Centro Cultural de Mexico on Saturday, February 22, 2014 from 5 to 9 pm. They are located at 313 N. Birch Street in Downtown Santa Ana.

The City of Costa Mesa passed a law prohibiting the solicitation of work (10-354) in Dec. of 2005. Day laborers continued to resist the ordinance by congregating at Corners of Resistance, and people from the Tonantzin Collective monitored police behavior at the corners. This policy was combined with an agreement to have immigration officers in the Costa Mesa Police Station. In Sept. of 2009, 12 day laborers were picked up by undercover Costa Mesa police disguised as employers. All 12 were arrested and booked for the “crime” of looking for work. All 12 of them were later turned over to ICE custody and deported since they were undocumented. Continue reading→

Win great prizes at the OC Fair Imaginology Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead competitions

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, Education Leave a comment

MEDIA/PRESS CONTACT: Robin Wachner, Communications Dept., OC Fair & Event Center, (714) 708-154

OC Fair Imaginology Event Challenges Students to Go “Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead” With Free Competitions

Entry deadline is March 21. Open to children grades pre-K to 12.

Costa Mesa, Calif. (February 11, 2014) – The OC Fair & Event Center’s Imaginology event is challenging local students to demonstrate their abilities in the S.T.E.A.M. curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) with a variety of free competitions. All entries need to be registered online at ocfair.com/steam by Friday, March 21, 2014. All qualified entries will be on public display during the Imaginology event April 11-13 and all division winners will receive cash awards.

The Imaginology free contests and projects offered this year include: Continue reading→

Does another club fight signal the start of a race war in Orange County?

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Bars, Costa Mesa, Crime, Santa Ana 51 Comments

Police are searching for up to six suspects who attacked a group inside Sutra nightclub in Costa Mesa, this past Friday morning, and beat two victims so severely they required hospitalization. Three men were at a VIP table inside the club on Harbor Boulevard when the attackers jumped them about 12:30 a.m. Friday, Costa Mesa police Sgt. Stephanie Selinske said, according to the Daily Pilot.

This began around 3 a.m. Friday at the club in the Triangle at 1870 Harbor Blvd., when the trio was attacked by what police Sgt. S. Selinske only described as “male Asians who appeared to be in their early twenties,” according to the OC Weekly.

I was afraid this might happen. There has been no justice in the recent killing of Kim Pham outside of The Crosby, a Santa Ana hipster bar/restaurant. Two women have been arrested but there are several suspects still on the loose and Pham’s friends are afraid to talk to the cops. But Asians have gotten the message – and they appear to be ready to fight back. Continue reading→

OCTA Customers can save $4 on Tet Festival admission

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Costa Mesa, OCTA, Transportation, Vietnamese Leave a comment

OCTA Customers save $4 On Tet Festival Admission

By: Orange County Supervisor Pat Bates

Come celebrate the Year of the Horse at the world’s largest Tet Festival outside of Vietnam on February 7, 8 & 9 at the OC Fair & Event Center.

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has partnered with organizers to usher-in the Vietnamese New Year with a great discount to the Tet Festival. OCTA bus riders will receive $4 off the $5 admission price when they show their bus pass. Those who wear traditional Vietnamese attire to the opening ceremony Saturday, Feb. 8 between 10:00 AM and noon will get FREE admission. Continue reading→